Primary Care Medical Assistant Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Primary Care Medical Assistant
Location US-AL-Hueytown Location US-AL-Hueytown DOL Status Fulltime Position Family Clinical – Primary Care – Primary Care Non-Provider
Posting Title
Primary Care Medical Assistant
Overview Fast Pace Health strives to provide a best in class patient experience in every interaction. We are seeking a highly-skilled, experienced Primary Care Medical Assistant to join our growing team. Our ideal candidate will be deeply committed to nurturing our Fast Pace mission of teamwork, communication, empowerment and quality care in a friendly and encouraging environment. Fast Pace Health aims to push for a new vision of healthcare in rural communities that will consist of an array of different services. We are changing the delivery of healthcare in these rural areas by integrating excellent patient care, education, accessibility, and community service, in a way that puts the patient’s needs first and improves the health status of our communities. Why Choose Fast Pace Health?

Why You’ll Love Fast Pace:

Flexible schedule options Monday to Friday only (including 4×10’s) Work Life Balance – No on call/after hours Scheduled Patients Paid Holidays Competitive pay and benefits (medical/vision/dental/401k) Nurturing family-like atmosphere fostering success and fulfillment through supportive bonds and collaborative achievements Contribute to our mission by serving your local community Limitless growth opportunities: diverse patients, continuous learning, and internal promotion Responsibilities At Fast Pace Health, the Primary Care Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support essential for effective patient care under the direct supervision of a Primary Care Provider. They provide outstanding patient service, maintaining a compassionate and welcoming atmosphere and respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. The Primary Care Medical Assistant will provide effective customer service for all internal and external customers by using excellent, in-depth knowledge as well as communicating effectively with team members.

What You Will Do:

Clinical:

Triage patients by checking and recording vitals, collect and record pertinent clinical history and all other information deemed necessary for proper charting in the EMS
Prepare exam and treatment rooms for patient intake
Assists primary care provider in patient assessments, examinations, and minor procedures
Observe patients, charting, reporting changes in patients’ conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment and taking any necessary action
Perform lab testing and phlebotomy. Handles and labels specimens for laboratory and pathology testing
Perform wound care and suture removal as needed
Perform federal and non-federal DOT, BAT and Drug Screen exams
Ensure patient comfort and confidentiality during procedures
The ability to maintain friendly, cordial relations with all employees, build and maintain confidence and credibility with all employees
Deliver clinical and administrative support for the team and adhere to all policies and procedures of the company
Ability to adhere to the Core Values of the Company, of teamwork, communication, empowerment, quality of care, and friendliness

Administrative:

Verify insurance coverage, obtain authorizations, and schedule referrals.
Maintain and update patient records
Prepare and organize patient charts for upcoming appointments
Schedule patient appointments and manage the appointment calendar
May perform as a Scribe as needed
Assist providers with conducting proper patient follow-ups, including but not limited to, conducting follow-up calls within 1-2 days of treatment, respond to messages within the same day of receipt
Answer phone calls, address patient inquiries, and triage urgent messages to primary care provider
Manage inventory, order medical supplies and medications as needed.
Responsible for learning the aspects of compliance in the company by completing all mandatory compliance
Maintain primary care, patient-centered medical home, and value base care knowledge to promote and sell services Ability to fulfill all responsibilities of the Patient Care Specialist position as detailed in the specific Patient Care Specialist job description.

Non-Essential Functions:

Assists with urgent care activities as primary care schedule allows
Perform other duties as assigned by management

Experience Requirements and Preferences:

At least 1+ year of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in a primary care setting

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or Its Equivalent
Compliance Fast Pace Health is committed to the principle of equal employment and creating an inclusive environment for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome job applications from qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct.